Historic Victory!
Wildcat Inline defeats the Howell
Highlanders 7-3 in inaugural game
4/14/2006 by Scott Olson and Dave Zarem
 

Getting a new high school sports program and team off the ground isn't easy. Novi High School recently started up Inline Hockey as a Varsity sport, and, after getting thorough a tough 40 player tryout, the new Novi Wildcat Inline squad was ready for their inaugural season and game at the Total Sports complex in Wixom Thursday evening.

With warm weather outside, it was time to melt the ice as the newest Wildcats skated to their first victory. It was a historic 7-3 victory over Kensington Valley Conference rival Howell - the first inline hockey game and victory for Novi High School.

Novi looked sharp, but had a short bench due to Spring Break having started the previous day.  Greg Morisette lead the way with 2 goals and a helper. Jeff Donohue also had a 3 point night.

Head Coach John Smith noted, "we're pleased with getting the school's first win after only 2 practices, and look forward to improving the team as the season progresses."

They'll have plenty of opportunities after Spring Break. The Wildcats take to the rink against Walled Lake Central on Sunday, April 23rd, then Novi Catholic Central on Thursday, April 27th.

The 'Cats play just about every Thursday and Sunday through mid-May. Then, tournaments and playoffs begin.  All the games are at Total Sports in Wixom.

Stop by and check out Novi's newest Varsity sport!